No parent should lose sleep worrying about SIDS. Yet, a recent study indicated that newparents lose as much as 44 days of sleep during the first year of their baby’s life. I don’t know about you, but that insomnia definitely wasn’t just because of a crying baby. The thought that I could be saying goodnight…
There’s no doubt, the meet and greet with your potential pediatrician is an important appointment. During this time, you’ll be assessing everything that makes your doctor a viable candidate: his philosophies, qualifications, staff, location, and even his personality. There’s a lot of factors to consider when you’re looking for a pediatrician, so coming prepared is…
During your baby’s first year of life, you will visit the doctor’s office at least six times. In many ways, your baby’s pediatrician will become an integral part of your new parenting life. You’ll discuss your baby’s medical concerns (and there will be concerns), you’ll trust them with your baby’s health, and they’ll have a…
What if I told you that with one hour a day, you can dramatically improve your baby’s mental and physical development? As the benefits of skin-to-skin are uncovered, more and more parents and medical professionals are implementing this easy, natural strategy. Although you’ve probably heard about kangaroo care at some point, the actual concept and…
As a kid, I loved firework shows. The louder, the better. Of course, back then it didn’t occur to me that, located somewhere within the same 5 mile radius, was a new mom pulling her hair out because her baby wouldn’t sleep. If you’re the mother of a baby or toddler, you’re probably feeling alternating…
While most baby gear is eventually cast aside, a wooden high chair promises authenticity, quality, and lots of memories. A couple weeks ago, I received the Hauck Alpha Chair. I wasn’t sure what to expect. I’ve always loved the concept of wooden children’s furniture, but I’ve been burned by the selection at the big…